Pibran Half 1996
Pibran Half 1996 is a dry, full-bodied red from Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc (Bordeaux, France), in the full, structured reds style. Tannins are firm and acidity fresh; oak influence is some. Good with roast chicken, roast pork, bolognese, steak. Cheapest offer £25.00 at Hedonism Wines.
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Château Pibran 1996 is a red wine from the Pauillac appellation in Bordeaux, France. Owned by AXA Millésimes, the estate benefits from the winemaking expertise of Château Pichon Baron. This wine is a Bordeaux-style blend composed of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, sourced from gravelly soils typical of Pauillac. The 1996 vintage is noted for its Cabernet Sauvignon, providing structure and balance, while the half bottle format allows for accelerated maturation. Expect complex notes of dried fruit, cedar and tobacco, with accessible tannins and a nuanced finish.